I was in the mood for a simple cupcake since the last few I’ve made have been pretty elaborate. What’s more simple than a white cupcake with chocolate chips? YUM!
These are a yolk-less white cupcake with chocolate chips topped with a chocolate buttercream. I had not made either of these recipes before and was honestly hoping for a great cupcake. My daughter likes them…. but I’m not a huge fan. They’re just “ok”.
I think I prefer a moister cupcake, this one was a little dry. I might have to cook it a bit less also to help with the dryness. I adjusted the recipe below to reflect a shorter cook time.
The buttercream recipe is also a departure from my standard all butter buttercream. I wanted to see what the difference would be if I added shortening to a buttercream. It definitely has a smoother consistency, but I’m not sure if I like the idea of eating Crisco. I think I’ll stick to my tried and true all butter buttercream. 
Overall, these cupcakes weren’t a complete failure…. just not my best work. I am glad I made them though… I learned more of what doesn’t work for me and what I DON’T like!
If you try these, let me know how they turned out for you!
Click on the image above for recipe.
Betsy Eves
Hi I'm Betsy- the owner of JavaCupcake.com! I'm also an Army wife, mother, blogger, writer, baker and traveler. I'm currently living in Germany... spending my days taking care of family, baking for friends and blogging! I also write for the world famous blog, Cupcakes Take the Cake and contribute to the coffee blog, Coffee Cup News.
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Those look so delicious, but unfortunately I can not eat those…Health issues…
Berrigirl
hi there and omg cannot wait to try your recipies! Can you help me out a bit and tell me the weight of a stick of butter – lol, english termanology isnt quite the same! x x x
hi there!
just wondering what tip you used to pipe the icing onto the cupcakes?
let me know please!
thanks:)